Sheet Metal Worker

About the Company Our client is a well-established aerospace precision engineering business specialising in the manufacture of complex, tight-tolerance components for the aerospace and defence sectors. Renowned for quality, accuracy and continuous improvement, they supply high-integrity components.. The Role – Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker This position sits within the client’s specialist fabrication team and focuses on the production of high-precision, aerospace-grade sheet metal components. You will work from detailed engineering drawings and specifications, using both traditional and advanced fine-limit techniques to form, assemble and finish complex parts to extremely tight tolerances. The role involves hands-on work with prototype panels, complex geometries and exotic materials, requiring a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. Key Responsibilities * Fabrication and forming of precision sheet metal components including bending, cutting, pressing, riveting, stretch forming, drilling, deburring and final inspection. * Working to fine tolerances on materials such as aluminium, stainless steel, titanium and Inconel. * Reading and interpreting detailed aerospace drawings, sketches and technical instructions. * Setting and operating equipment including brake press, fly press, linisher and specialist forming machinery. * Hand-forming prototype and low-volume complex components using fine-limit techniques. * Carrying out trimming, filing, grinding and finishing operations to aerospace standards. * Ensuring all work meets drawing requirements, quality standards and customer specifications. * Supporting the integration of fabricated parts with precision machined components. Experience Required * Proven background in precision sheet metal fabrication and fine-limit engineering. * Previous experience within aerospace or defence manufacturing environments. * Strong knowledge of hand-forming techniques and complex geometric shaping. * Experience working with exotic alloys * Ability to work to extremely tight tolerances and strict quality standards. * Confident integrating fabricated assemblies with machined parts. Personal Attributes * Exceptional attention to detail and pride in high-quality workmanship. * Able to interpret complex drawings and technical data accurately. * Self-motivated, reliable and comfortable working independently or as part of a team. * Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to work. * Clear communicator with a proactive attitude to quality and continuous improvement